Assistant/Associate Extension Professor - Labor & Workforce Development State Specialist

Truman School of Government & Public Affairs
College of Arts & Science
University of Missouri Extension

The University of Missouri (MU) Office of Extension and Engagement's distinct land-grant mission is to improve lives, communities and economies by producing relevant, reliable and responsive educational strategies throughout Missouri. Our dedicated and knowledgeable faculty and staff collaborate with researchers and community leaders to develop and deliver programs that address the needs of Missourians including: educational attainment; environmental concerns; community, economic, business and workforce development; global food systems; and health systems. For more information about MU Extension and Engagement, please visit https://extension.missouri.edu/.

University of Missouri Extension, in partnership with the Truman School of Government and Public Affairs, is searching for a scholar to serve as a state specialist in our Labor & Workforce Development Program. The successful candidate will be a scholar with a background in workforce development, workforce policy, labor market data analysis, or labor education that will be able to link scholarship with an extension program that extends the University of Missouri beyond the boundaries of the university campus into Missouri communities or regions.

This is a non-tenure track position anticipated to be 90% Extension teaching and research and 10% service. Assignments are subject to an annual negotiation between the faculty member and leadership. There is a possibility of a reduction in Extension teaching for this position, depending on the candidate and their ability to meet the undergraduate and graduate teaching needs of the Truman School.

Duties of the Position: The successful candidate will
* Contribute to a high-impact applied research and educational program that supports issues of importance to Missouri, the Truman School of Government and Public Affairs, and MU Extension.
* Link scholarship with a nationally recognized Extension program that extends beyond the campus into Missouri communities and regions through Extension publications, curricula, and programs.
* Secure external funding to support the program and efforts contained within the program.
* Publish in appropriate peer-reviewed scientific journals and Extension outlets and present at appropriate state, regional, and national conferences.
* Build and maintain relationships with relevant internal and external stakeholders.

This is a 12-month academic position. Appointment may be made as a non-tenure track (NTT) ranked faculty member through the Harry S. Truman School of Government and Public Affairs if the successful candidate has a Ph.D. or other applicable terminal degree.

LEADERSHIP RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
This position reports to the Chair, Truman School of Government & Public Affairs. Extension leadership is received from the Senior Program Director, Business & Communities program.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
The Assistant/Associate Extension Professor should hold a terminal degree in a closely related field, including social sciences, law, education, business management, labor studies, or workforce development. Candidates with a Master's degree in a closely related field with more than 10 years' experience in that field will be considered, but will be ineligible for a non-tenure track rank.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Evidence of a successful engaged scholar, with experience in developing and disseminating extension programming, program development and evaluation, and resource generation is preferred.

Should include CV, cover letter, etc.

Application review begins 15 days from post date, but will accept applications until position is filled.

Employment visa sponsorship may be available for candidates currently in the United States in H-1B status or other work-authorized status.

UNIVERSITY INFORMATION
The University of Missouri, also known as Mizzou and MU, is the Flagship University of the four-campus University of Missouri system. It is the state's land-grant university and one of the most comprehensive universities in the United States. MU's broad undergraduate programs and its' graduate, professional and research programs attract annual enrollment of more than 30,000 students. MU is centrally located in Columbia, MO, which is consistently ranked as one of America's most livable cities. MU Extension programs are located on all four campuses and in 114 counties and St. Louis city.

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement

Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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